Boston Freedom Trail Day Trip from New York City

Overview

See the historical sights and famous universities of the Boston area on this full-day trip from New York City. After a scenic drive through Connecticut, arrive in Boston, Massachusetts. See top Boston attractions including Harvard University, Trinity Church and the site of the Boston Tea Party. Follow the red-brick Freedom Trail, which leads to important historical locations. You'll learn all about the rich and colorful history of Boston from your informative and engaging guide.

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City: New York City

Thu 31 Jul

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Starting at $139.00

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Thu 31 Jul

Starting at $139.00

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What's Included

Wi-Fi on bus only

Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus

Professional tour guide

Sightseeing in Boston

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair transportation must be requested in advance
Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted

What To Expect

Harvard University

Depart New York and trace the Eastern Coast through Connecticut to Massachusetts and its capital, Boston. Our first stop is the city of Cambridge where you'll find one of the most famous and most prestigious universities in the world—Harvard. Our tour starts with a walk in Harvard Yard, the oldest academic ground in America.

John Harvard Statue

See Widener library and rub the shoe of John Harvard for good luck.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

We continue on a panoramic tour that takes you past City Hall, MIT, and Cambridge College, before crossing over the Charles River and arriving in the center of Boston—considered the intellectual capital of the USA.

Trinity Church Boston

Visit Copley Square with its beautiful Trinity Church, and then continue with a walk along the historical Freedom Trail through Boston Common Park. Afterward, break for lunch (own cost) at Quincy Market, perhaps opting to try the city's world-famous clam chowder or a lobster roll.

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

After lunch, continue to the site of the famous BostonTea Party. In the late afternoon, rejoin your vehicle to your departure southwestward back to New York, where you'll arrive in the evening.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (231)

K_Z

Jul 2022

This trip gives a good overview of Boston so that you can return one day to explore it in more detail. Be prepared to be in a van for 8-9 hours. The actual sightseeing duration is about 4 hours including a lunch break. Because of the long distance, the tour does feel a bit rushed. This tour needs to have a more detailed itinerary to set expectations right from the start. The van is quite uncomfortable, blasting cold air that may make you ill and would suggest having some music on. It would be better to have one language only and ensure guides try a bit harder being enthusiastic and speak clearly.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you very much for your review. We are glad that you recognize that our tour gives a great overview of Boston. We are glad that you enjoyed the trip. We look forward to hosting you again in the future. Stephanie, Empire Solutions

shelley_a

Jun 2022

Very friendly staff They gave lots of history as well as things to do afterwards & other tours Bus was very clean and stops along the way we’re good as well

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Hi Shelley! Thank you for your excellent review. We are glad you enjoyed your tour and that our guide brought Boston's history to life. We always strive to provide a memorable experience. We hope to host you again soon. Stephanie Empire Vacations

Latoya_R

Jun 2022

This was an amazing trip! There were several groups who spoke different languages but I didn’t feel like I missed out on anything! We left on time and were offered to be dropped off closer than our pick up point. We had ample time to take photos, truly visit each location, and the guides were extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this trip if you’re into history, sight seeing, and an overall great time! The only reason I gave 4 stars is because there was a gentleman who was allowed to smoke on the bus and nobody said anything about it…. Even though he was sitting directly behind the tour guide.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Hi Latoya, Thank you for taking the time to review our trip. Smoking is strictly prohibited on our buses, will definitely investigate your claims as in 20 years no one ever smoked on any of our vehicles. Thank you for riding with us. Mike Amadeo Team